How to Make Slow Cooker Spaghetti and Meatballs - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something undeniably comforting about a big bowl of spaghetti and meatballs. It's a classic dish that's been a family favorite for generations. But while it may be a beloved meal, it can also be time-consuming to prepare. That's where the slow cooker comes in. By letting the meatballs and sauce simmer and meld together over a low heat for several hours, you end up with a dish that's even more flavorful and tender than the traditional stovetop method. So if you're looking for a delicio...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese, or more to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • ¾ cup dry bread crumbs
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon dried parsley
  • ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
  • 1 (8 ounce) package spaghetti

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 4 hrs
  • Total Time: 4 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Mix together crushed tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, oregano, basil, garlic powder, and bay leaf for the sauce in a slow cooker.
  • Place ground beef, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, parsley, Italian seasoning, and pepper for the meatballs in a large bowl. Mix gently, but thoroughly, with your hands until well combined. Form mixture into 1-inch meatballs. Drop into sauce in the slow cooker, stir, and cover.
  • Cook on Low until meatballs are cooked through, 4 to 8 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Just before meatballs and sauce are finished cooking, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain and serve with sauce and meatballs.
  • Nutrition

    650 cal.

    • Total Fat: 24g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 120mg
    • Sodium: 664mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 72g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 38g
    • Vitamin C: 19mg
    • Calcium: 282mg
    • Iron: 8mg
    • Potassium: 968mg